Mt. Woodson GC: #16
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4.3
1801 Reviews (1801)
5 Stars
917
4 Stars
693
3 Stars
123
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
35
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
92.3%
Recommend this course
1695 out of 1801 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
37 Reviews (37)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.4
91.9%
Recommend this course
34 out of 37 reviews
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4.4
123 Reviews (123)
5 Stars
66
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
91.9%
Recommend this course
113 out of 123 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 5764 yards
Slope 133
Rating 69.0

Mt. Woodson Golf Club is one of San Diego County's most popular courses for a number of reasons, one being the spectacular setting. Nestled in the Ramona Valley, the course is sprawls across a dramatic landscape of towering oak trees, enormous granite boulders, and sparkling blue lakes. Nearly every hole on the golf course provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains and canyons. It is also known for being one of the most challenging and well maintained layouts in the area. The tight fairways and small greens demand accuracy. There are also plenty of interesting elevation changes throughout. The golf course offers true target-style golf that will test the shot-making abilities of even the most experienced players. One of the most unique features of the course is the 450-foot wooden bridge that winds through the treetops.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Lee E. Schmidt (1991) Brian Curley (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Country Club attire. Collared Shirt required. Shorts are acceptable. Denim not preferred.

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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4.3
1801 Reviews (1801)

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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun and challenging course in a beautiful setting

Great experience and I see why it is.rayed one of the best public courses. Staff was terrific. Greens in great shape and the elevation changes, water on many holes make for some challenging shots. Not long, but really enjoyable. I highly.recommend Mt Woodson.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Skinny Mt Woodson

Super fun layout. Up and down hills. Bring extra balls it a tight course.

Carts don’t have monitors with distance, but don’t shut down with every wrong turn, like at some courses. My phone was able to give distances even with one bar of connectivity.

Got a great deal on Golfnow

No driving range and cafe closes early.

Overall, a beautiful challenging course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greenskeeper on 5. 7/23/24

Around 1:45, Just before my 2nd approach shot from 80 out, greenskeeper turned on sprinklers right in front/on green then abruptly turned them off after I said something with no reaction. Now, realizing he’s there, I flub my 2nd shot only for him to now turn on the sprinkler right next to my cart soaking everything albeit a brief squirt. Again, no reaction by him after I questioned to stop!?! Then he (large? darker skinned? big hat) drove off. Very rude.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A great but sometimes frustrating day

Love the course. Greens are great. Around the greens, not so much. If I'm 2 feet off the green, I don't expect to have to chip a ball that is in 3 inches deep grass. Bad shots have consequences, I get it. Mowing in certain areas was very poor. You learn from every experience so next time, I'll be much better prepared.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Challenging, Accuracy over distance. Unless in superior condition (even then) don't suggest walking.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I found the staff friendly indoors and outdoors. The course was in great shape. I would definitely recommend this place.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Definition of Hidden Gem

I played Mt. Woodson in April 1993 during a San Diego family trip. Finally managed to get back. Reminiscent of Arrowhead in Denver, Bully Pulpit in North Dakota or even Rio Secco in Vegas. Mountain golf at its best. It is it not overpowering re: distance (under 6,000 yds) - though it’s rated 131 !!! A great test of target golf / just a must play if you are within 100 miles. Excellent greens, fluffy fairways . . . what’s not to love !!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great track among the oak trees.

Such a well-kept course. Worth the drive. Price is fair compared to others. It's a fun and very challenging course. Staff is always friendly and professional.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wounderful

My favorite Course in SoCal. Spectacular layout and friendly staff. Fast pace of play. No real driving range, so be prepared for that.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Mr Woodson

Absolute fun course to play, loved the location and course design.

Tee boxes need some work on though

Overall experience was great

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Very scenic coarse

The tee boxes are very close to the prior green which makes it nice to keep your momentum going!

Fun coarse !

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 43
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course was amazing

Best course you can play for the price, but this time around I got hit by a stay drive. The guy didn’t say “fore” and didn’t even check to see if I was okay afterward. The idiot should be banned from all courses in San Diego.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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